Warehouse and Distribution Supervisor

TLP Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Warehouse and Distribution Supervisor to join a well-established and reputable company based in Christchurch. A valid 7.5 tonne (Category C1) driving licence is essential for this role, as the successful candidate will also be required to carry out deliveries when necessary. This is a newly created role, reporting directly to the Warehouse and Distribution Manager.

The successful candidate will play an important part in the day-to-day running of the warehouse and transport operation, supporting both warehouse activities and the coordination of daily deliveries.

• Monday to Friday, 9.00am – 6.00pm
• Full-time position
• Newly created supervisory role
• Stable opportunity with an established local company
• Full training provided on
• Counterbalance Forklift and Reach Truck
• Varied role covering warehouse, distribution and transport operations
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Pro-rata paid annual leave for PAYE employees
• Please note, the successful candidate must be flexible to
• work Saturdays when required to cover sickness or holidays
• and be prepared to carry out deliveries when necessary

• Working across both the
• warehouse and freezer environment
• on a daily basis
• Offloading supplier deliveries using a forklift or reach truck
• Accurately checking incoming goods and processing them on the computer system
• Carrying out stock checks when required
• Replenishing picking bays as necessary
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised warehouse
• Checking driver returns against relevant paperwork
• Sorting returned stock, including
• frozen, chilled and ambient goods , and preparing it for shipment to Evesham
• Processing
• DVNs and uplifts
• on a daily basis
• Carrying out daily vehicle inspections, checking for damage, cleanliness, box lights and general condition
• Completing all relevant vehicle inspection paperwork
• Routing vehicles using the company computer system
• Liaising with drivers each afternoon regarding the following day's deliveries
• Supporting the Warehouse and Distribution Manager with the smooth day-to-day running of the operation
• Carrying out any other reasonable duties associated with the Warehouse and Distribution Supervisor role

• Valid
• 7.5 tonne (Category C1) driving licence
• Willingness and ability to carry out deliveries when required
• Flexibility to work occasional Saturdays to cover holidays and sickness
• Previous warehouse, distribution or transport experience
• Previous supervisory or team-leading experience would be highly beneficial
• Confident using computer systems and completing paperwork accurately
• Good organisational and communication skills
• Reliable, practical and hands‑on approach
• Comfortable working in
• chilled and freezer environments
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and prioritise workload effectively
• Forklift or reach truck experience would be beneficial, although
• full training will be provided

Immediate start available.